Lightweight Travel Totes

28/06/2024

I will NOT be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on June 29th because of the rain predicted. Sorry for any inconvenience.

I plan to be at the Sunday Artisan Market on June 30th, but always call in the morning on market day and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went to the market because sometimes my plans change on short notice.

Shown below: Fungi fun! Assorted mushrooms and leaves with a snail tucked in here and there. "Mushrooms and Snails, brn/blk" Fabric # L6552

24/06/2024

Chances are, I have a fabric featuring your favorite animal!

This one is called "Hedgehogs in Garden, black" (Fabric # A3591) and it's just adorable! Each hedgehog is quite small - only about 1.25" across - so this fabric works for all bag styles and accessories. It's also available with a navy background ( # A3587)

21/06/2024

I will NOT be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on Saturday June 22 because of the heat. I plan to be at the the Sunday Artisan Market on June 23. Always call in the morning on market day and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went - sometimes my plans change on short notice.

Here's "Colorful Pineapples." This cheery fabric offers a warm welcome to summertime fun! Also available for $5.00/yard with a special by-the-yard price for quilt guilds. Contact me for details.

17/06/2024

With a heat wave sweeping the country this week, please remember to keep your pets safe!

With the temperatures sky rocketing this week, the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development has sent out some great tips on pet safety in these extreme conditions. PLEASE TAKE CARE of our furry friends during this heatwave. ✌️❤️

16/06/2024

Home Once upon a time…there was an annual “Ann Arbor Medieval Festival,” a community event which featured many types of performances including plays, music, combat, and dancing. One year (1976) as the festival came to a close, the members of the Morris dance group said to one another, “We’...

13/06/2024

I plan to be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on Saturday June 15 from 8-3 and the Sunday Artisan Market on June 16 from 11- 4. Always call in the morning on market day and listen to my
outgoing message to be sure I went to the market!

Shown below: Flamingo Toss on Blue - Fabric # R2238
Perfect fabric for the beach or a cruise!

12/06/2024

This eye-catching undersea scene features a shipwreck, whales, dolphins, fish, coral, seahorses, and an octopus hiding here and there. This is a digital print fabric; the colors are intense.
"Under the Sea, navy" Fabric # W2149

07/06/2024

I plan to be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on Saturday June 8 from 8-3 and the Sunday Artisan Market on June 9 from 11- 4. Always call in the morning on market day and listen to my
outgoing message to be sure I went to the market!

Shown below: Rainbow Foil Stripe # E1287 - a glitzy modern fabric that is great for small bags!

06/06/2024

This one is for fishing enthusiasts! The colorful fish on this fabric really stand out against the black background.

"Freshwater Fish on Black" # W2152
Fabric is also available for $7/yard.

31/05/2024

I plan to be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on Saturday June 1 from 8-3 and the Sunday Artisan Market at the same location on June 2 from 11-4 - weather permitting. Always call in the morning and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went to the market!

Note: June 2 is the day of the Dexter-Ann Arbor Run. There will be some street closures in the morning. Visit the "My Schedule" page on my website for my suggested routes around the closures. Downtown driving is usually back to normal before noon.

Lightweight Travel Totes by Daren Otis. Daren makes bags, totes, purses and more. See Daren

30/05/2024

🦋🦋🦋Nothing says "Summer is HERE!" like butterflies. I have 23 butterfly fabrics in a wide variety of colors and styles - including this bold, beautiful, large-scale print called Butterfly Acid Trip ( # Y2507)

25/05/2024

🌺🌸🌼WOW! Over 80 artists and artisans will join growers from the Ann Arbor Farmers Market for our annual Flower Day event tomorrow from 10-4. Hand crafted treasures, flowers and plants, live music, food and activities for kids. Free parking, no admission fee. https://sundayartisanmarket.org/market-day-vendor-list


Shown below: Floral bags from Lightweight Travel Totes.

24/05/2024

I'll be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market Saturday May 25 from 8-3 and the Sunday Artisan Market on May 26 from 10-4 for Flower Day. Always call in the morning and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went to the market! Sometimes I cancel on short notice if the weather report changes.

Flower Day is this Sunday from 10am-4pm! The Sunday Artisan Market and the Ann Arbor Farmers Market come together for this annual flower-themed event. Artists, crafters, plant sellers, and flower vendors - all at the Farmers Market Pavilion in Kerrytown. Free Parking!

23/05/2024

I love these coordinating fabrics from the "Cosmos" collection and you will too! Stunning celestial scenes in jewel tones with metallic gold highlights.

Shown below:
Cosmos Moon Panel, purple/teal/gold (24" wide, for totes only!)
Cosmos Sun/Moon/Stars, purple teal gold
Cosmos Tiny Gold Moons on purple/teal

20/05/2024

When you're in Ann Arbor for the Ann Arbor Farmers Market or the Sunday Artisan Market, you're not far from the Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum where the breathtaking peony gardens are in peak bloom from the end of May to beginning of June. Make a day of it!

There are more than 10,000 pink, red, white and yellow flowers at peak bloom.

17/05/2024

I will be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on Saturday May 18 from 8-3. I will be at the Sunday Artisan Market at the same location on May 19 from 11-4. Always call in the morning and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went to the market! Sometimes I cancel on short notice if the weather report changes.

Fabric shown below is Large Poppies 4", black and red # L6541

14/05/2024

This realistic fabric is beautiful and unique! Roof shingles form an intriguing geometric pattern. This fabric is a conversation starter!
Croatia Tiles # P6458

To see more geometric fabrics, visit http://www.lightweighttraveltotes.com and view Fabric Samples, Category 3

10/05/2024

Don't forget is this Sunday! I have a huge selection of bags and accessories that make perfect gifts. I will be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on Saturday May 11 from 8-3. I will be at the Sunday Artisan Market at the same location on May 12 from 11-4. Always call in the morning and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went to the market! Sometimes I cancel on short notice if the weather report changes.

09/05/2024

Looking for something bright, unique and FUN? This fabric is all of that! Purple Neon Sloths ( # T2341)

I have three fabrics featuring sloths. Just go to http://www.lightweighttraveltotes.com click on the search tab and enter the keyword "sloths" to see them all. You can use the search to find whatever plant, animal, sport, hobby, etc., you're looking for.

07/05/2024

I have fabrics for all sorts of hobbies and interests - cards, bingo, sewing, knitting, painting, fishing, cycling and more. Visit my website (http://www.lightweighttraveltotes.com) and select category 10 under Fabric Samples to see them all!

Here's my newest card fabric 2" Playing Cards # H4323

03/05/2024

I plan to be at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market on Saturday May 4 from 8-3 and the Sunday Artisan Market at the same location on May 5 from 11-4. Always call in the morning and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went to the market! You'll find my schedule and phone number on the home page of my website. https://lightweighttraveltotes.com/

Shown below: Hummingbirds and Honeysuckle, black # A3606

02/05/2024

When I find a gorgeous fabric and it comes in two colors, I get BOTH! Customers love the metallic highlights on this one. Which color do you like best?

Shown below:
Trees in the Moonlight, purple # L6542
Trees in the Moonlight, green # L6543

29/04/2024

🌸Mother's Day is May 12th!
A floral bag is a great gift for every special woman in your life.
I have over 80 floral fabrics - see them all on my website under Fabric Samples at http://www.lightweighttraveltotes.com

Shown below: Dreamy Poppies, pink/coral/white # L6548

27/04/2024

I plan to be at the Sunday Artisan Market tomorrow (11-4), weather permitting. If you're making a special trip to see me at either of the Ann Arbor weekend markets, call in the morning and listen to my outgoing message to be sure I went to the market! You'll find my schedule and phone number on the home page of my website. https://lightweighttraveltotes.com/

Fabric shown below: Painted Petals, turquoise/orange ( # L6547)

26/04/2024

My customers love that I have over 900 fabrics and keep adding more! I seek out beautiful fabrics and unusual fabrics. This one is both! Adorable little lemurs peering out from the leaves.

Fun Fact: Lemurs have two tongues! To learn more, follow Lemur Conservation Foundation on Facebook.

(Fabric shown: Madagascar Lemurs, teal # T2342)

24/04/2024

🌼Mother's Day is May 12th! I have bags and accessories that make perfect gifts. Hundreds of fabrics to choose from!

Shown below: Vogue Purse and Change Purse in fabric called "Packed Sunflowers"

22/04/2024

🌎Today is Earth Day and the global theme for this year is "Planet vs Plastics". Did you know that 95% of all plastics in the US won’t be recycled at all? Please take a few minutes to learn more at https://www.earthday.org/planet-vs-plastics/.

Shown below: Under the Sea, turquoise border. This new fabric can be made up in purses and accessories (sorry, no totes or commuter bags).

21/04/2024

Market Season is HERE! I'll be at the Sunday Artisan Market in Ann Arbor from 11-4 today.

Here's one of my new fabrics - Painted Flower Garden Border